20/05/2026
FOR SALE: Museum Value Investment Opportunity – 14K Gold American Waltham "Crescent St." (1903) A rare and highly sought-after Railroad Grade pocket watch from the golden age of American watchmaking is for sale. This special piece, made in 1903, is both a fantastic investment and a historical work of art that will never lose its value, thanks to its immense weight. 🌟 Technical Specifications and Identification Information Manufacturer: American Waltham Watch Co. (Waltham, Mass., USA) Movement Name / Model: Model 1892 "Crescent St." (One of Waltham's most prestigious and respected railway models) Movement Serial Number: 12502587 (Officially confirms the year of manufacture as 1903) Size: 18s (The largest and most magnificent size among men's pocket watches) Number of Jewels: 21 Ruby Jewels (Koneistossa has the inscription "21 Jewels") Movement Setting: Adjusted (Specially adjusted at the factory to 5 different positions and temperatures to meet the demanding safety and precision standards of the railways) Movement Details: Features a star regulator and eye-catching damasquinage ornamentation engravings showcasing the superior craftsmanship of the period. Case Material: Original, solid 14-carat gold (stamped 585 mil). The case edges feature extremely elegant and intricate hand-crafted details. Total Weight: Exceptionally heavy and imposing, a full 162.5 grams. 💰 Price Information and Value Analysis (According to Current World Gold Market): The value of the watch is based on two important factors: its historical collection value and the amount of pure precious metal (gold) it contains. Precious Metal Base Value (Scrap Gold Value): Gold prices are at historical highs worldwide. The weight of just the 14-karat gold case of this enormous 162.5-gram watch is approximately 90-100 grams. Under current market conditions, the melting value of just the gold case alone is over 6,500 – 7,300 Euros. Collection and Investment Value: Model 1892 Crescent St. watches with 21 jewels, preserved in their original 14-karat gold case and in working condition, are extremely rare on the market. This watch is absolutely not for sale as scrap gold, but as a preserved historical treasure. SALE PRICE: €10,000 (Reasonable offers will be considered) 🔍 Condition and Secure Transaction General Condition: The watch movement is visually extremely clean, flawless and completely original (see photo). The gold case and its finely crafted engravings have withstood the test of time and are preserved in perfect condition. Delivery: For security reasons, face-to-face delivery is preferred. At the buyer's request, the watch can be inspected by a qualified jeweler or watchmaker before the sale to verify the exact case weight.
